Both Tableview and Lightspeed offer POS solutions, but they are built with different priorities in mind. This comparison highlights how Tableview differs from Lightspeed in operational depth, flexibility, and long-term scalability so you can choose the platform that best fits how you actually operate.
Choosing a POS platform is not just about processing sales.
It’s about how well the system supports kitchens, payments, inventory, reporting, and growth over time.
Tableview is designed specifically for hospitality workflows, combining POS, KDS, stock, procurement, accounting, and reporting in one native system.
While Lightspeed relies heavily on third-party apps for operational features, Tableview includes core functionality natively, reducing complexity.
Tableview supports restaurants, bars, hotels, takeaway, food trucks, and cloud kitchens without changing systems.
Businesses comparing Tableview and Lightspeed often look for improvements in daily execution, visibility, and cost control.
more automation
saved every week
staff satisfaction
Lightspeed is often chosen for retail or mixed-use environments. Tableview is built specifically for hospitality operations that need deeper kitchen, inventory, and financial control.
Operators often move to Tableview when they need more than a POS and want tighter operational control.
Native hospitality modules beyond POS
Fewer integrations to manage
Designed for real service pressure and growth
Tableview includes native E-Menu and mobile ordering, while Lightspeed often requires external tools for similar functionality.
QR menus and mobile ordering included
Orders flow directly to POS and kitchen
Supports dine-in, takeaway, and delivery
Answers to common questions businesses ask when comparing Tableview with Lightspeed.
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